A selection of exceptional golf courses that could have earned the Cookie Jar seal of approval
England
Royal St George’s is the only Open Championship venue in the south of England. Set among wild dunes near Sandwich Bay, this demanding links was founded in 1887 and has hosted 15 Opens. Known for its dramatic undulations and challenging carries, the course demands accuracy and imagination. Collin Morikawa won The Open here in 2021.
England
Cleeve Hill Golf Club occupies the highest point of the Cotswolds at 1,083 feet, providing far-reaching, unspoilt views in every direction. Laid out in 1891 by Old Tom Morris on common land, this historic moorland course has an “idyllic” natural character. The land features rolling hills, quarries, and blind shots – a quirkiness born of […]
Wales
Royal Porthcawl Golf Club, founded in 1891, is Wales’ most prestigious championship venue and the only club in the country where the sea is visible from every hole. Located on the South Wales coast near Bridgend, the club received its Royal charter from King Edward VII in 1909. The course was originally laid out by […]
England
Royal West Norfolk, known as “Brancaster”, is one of England’s most unique and beloved links. Set on a tidal marsh on the North Norfolk coast, parts of the course flood at high tide, creating a truly natural experience. The cross-bunkers, sleeper-faced hazards, and stunning scenery make this a pilgrimage for links golf enthusiasts.
